Ralph Lizardo, CPA

Ralph Lizardo, CPA
Partner

Industry: Agribusiness – Dairy
Location: Brea, CA

Ralph Lizardo has over 15 years of tax and accounting experience working with a diverse group of businesses with a particular emphasis in the dairy industry. His areas of service include preparation of financial statements, income tax planning, compliance work for businesses and individuals, and business consulting in many areas including cash flow projections, business succession, and banking requirements. Ralph is fluent in the Filipino language of Tagalog.

Industry/Business Specialties:

Computer equipment manufacturers
Medical equipment manufacturers

Areas of Specialty:

Accounting and Assurance
Tax Compliance
Bankruptcy
Cash flow projections
Compliance

Education:

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Accounting Emphasis
Golden Gate University
Los Angeles, CA
Master of Business Taxation

Professional Associations and Activities:

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
California Society of Certified Public Accountants

Published Articles:

November 2014 – Check again if Obamacare employer mandate applies to you, Progressive Dairyman Under the employer mandate you must have an insurance policy available; offer the insurance to employees, which they have the option to accept or decline; and, make it affordable. Is it better to offer coverage or pay the penalty? Read this article to help you decide.

November 2013 – Obamacare – Ready or not, it’s here, Progressive Dairyman The Affordable Care Act, which is better known as Obamacare, was signed into law on March 23, 2010, and was upheld by the Supreme Court on June 28, 2012. Regardless of where you stand on this issue, the most controversial requirement of Obamacare will take effect on January 1, 2014. Read this article to learn more.

November 2012 – Tax Planning – More important than ever, Progressive Dairyman With the uncertainty of market conditions that many dairy farmers are facing today, saving a dollar here and a dollar there is more crucial to the survival of the dairy operation than ever. Many dairy farmers have looked at their operation with a fine-tooth comb and made the tough decisions on where to cut expenses. Read this article for a proactive approach in minimizing your tax liability.

February 2012 – What to expect in this Volatile Market, Western Dairy Business The dairy industry has suffered record losses since the Great Depression in 2009. This year is one that everyone wants to forget. Have we recovered from such large losses? Read this article for ways to increase production and manage feed rations to combat lower milk prices and higher feed prices.